Tesla has announced it plans to finally reveal its new electric car, the Model 3, in Los Angeles on March 31st. This could very well be Tesla’s most important vehicle. The Tesla Model…
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Researchers pave way for ‘ultimate’ lithium-air battery
University of Cambridge researchers have developed a lab based demonstrator version of the ‘ultimate’ lithium-air battery that is more than 90 per cent efficient. Lithium-air batteries have been, for some time now,…
Aston Martin RapidE could go from concept to production in two years
Aston Martin showcased the fully electric concept of its Rapide S four-door sports saloon during state visit and has also inked an agreement with ChinaEquity to explore the development of a production…
Aston Martin confirms long lineup of electric cars
Aston Martin CEO Andy Palmer has confirmed a long lineup of electric cars that will be launched before the end of this decade. Speaking with PistonHeads Palmer confirmed that the company is…
Aston Martin to cull 295 jobs
A restructuring programme will see Aston Martin cull as many as 295 jobs (14 per cent of its total workforce) as the company seeks to get its head above water. The company…
Aston Martin to launch electric Rapide in 2 years; DBX crossover by 2019
Aston Martin has revealed its plans of launching an all-electric, 800 horsepower version of the Rapide in two years time followed by a launch of the DBX crossover. Pegged by many as…
Audi, Samsung, and LG join hands for powerful battery
Audi has inked a deal with LG Chem and Samsung SDI under which it will be developing a battery for its purely electrically powered sport utility vehicle with the two South Korean…
UK plans off road trials to test charging of electric vehicles on the move
In a trial that will last for 18-months, Highways England is going to test out the technology that will enable charging of electric and hybrid vehicles while on the move. To commence…
CUER to launch their new solar-powered racing car Evolution today
The Cambridge University Eco-Racing Team (CUER) will be launching their new solar-powered racing car dubbed Evolution today. The 60-strong student not-for-profit organisation has been designing, building and racing eco-vehicles since 2007. CUER…
Local Motors showcases its first 3D-printed car design
American auto manufacturer Local Motors on Tuesday took the wraps off its transformable 3D-printed electric car which the company intends to sell next year. The winning design for Local Motors’ 3D-printed vehicle…
Nissan LEAF sales leapfrog 10,000 units mark in UK
According to latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturing and Traders (SMMT), Nissan has sold over 10,000 LEAFs indicating that there is a potential for electric cars in the UK. Nissan…
Diamler, Qualcomm join hands for connected car technologies
German automaker Daimler has collaborated with mobile technologies company Qualcomm to work on connected car technologies. Announcing the deal on Saturday, Daimler and Qualcomm said they were assessing the application of wireless…
UK Government adds 140 plug-in cars to its fleet
The UK Department for Transport has announced that 140 plug-in cars and vans will added to the Government’s vehicle fleet as part of a commitment to green transport. The £5 million investment…
Apple testing electric car waters says new report
Apple is said to be working on an electric car of its own to rival the likes of Tesla among other auto makers and if reports are to be believed, Cupertino has…
Nissan-Renault alliance likely to cut battery production owing to sluggish demand for electric cars
With electric car production and sales not moving up as was anticipated, Nissan’s boss Carlos Ghosn, has ordered deep cuts in production. This has created division with alliance partner Renault, say informed…